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GAF Wii Homebrew thread: Homebrew, emulators, USB disc installs! Easy tutorial!
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Either update to IOS249 rev 13, or use the 002 fix in your loader (update your loader if it isn't there).VAIL said:
Flash drives work fine, as long as their read speed is fast enough. You don't need to put it on your Win box to load any game, the loader itself rips the disc. Check the alternate .dol page in the GWHT for a way to get Windows to still recognise your drive.danootz said:
Please tell me how that one is better than mine so I can fix it up. As far as I can tell, it's exactly the same set of instructions, except the part I believe to be optional. And which clarification did you need? I'd like to add it.pubba said:
Do you have GameCube stuff plugged in? If not, I can't think of a reason why it is failing (older version of HBC do have trouble updating on later system menu versions, though). You can always just download the installer and run it manually.Tenbatsu said:
DJmizuhara
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Hi guys, I need a little bit of help. I've bricked my(friends)wii...I was following this tutorial and I got to the part were I had to install cios rev10 installer via Network installation, it seemed to install just fine until it rebooted. Now all I get it some corrupted Japanese text and boot up.
What can I do? I was running 4.0J before I started the process.
What can I do? I was running 4.0J before I started the process.
I really think you guys should put in USB Loader GX as the loader to install in the wiki. Or have the two as the big options. It's soooo much easier to tweak and has a much nicer interface IMO.
Also, what's the best way to rip a Wii game onto a PC to put into the HDD? My Wii disk drive seems to be acting up and I don't think it's long for this world.
Also, what's the best way to rip a Wii game onto a PC to put into the HDD? My Wii disk drive seems to be acting up and I don't think it's long for this world.
Metal Gear?!
Member
I agree that USB Loader GX seems to be the only one you should ever need to bother with. Ever.
Well besides the original 1.1 loader for ripping discs since its so reliable at doing that.
http://www.costco.com/Browse/Produc...=3&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Nty=1&topnav=&s=1
Well besides the original 1.1 loader for ripping discs since its so reliable at doing that.
$70 for a 250 in-store, or $80 for a 320 online.Wario64 said:
http://www.costco.com/Browse/Produc...=3&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Nty=1&topnav=&s=1
So 60 is the same as any of them over 36, just more forwards compatible? Or simply "hopefully" forward compatible, by which you mean we really have no idea, we just think it might be?Clipper said:
I'm considering using the Homebrew channel to get my save files off of my Wii to back up my locked in save files (Animal Crossing, Smash Bros, Mario Kart, etc). I've never done anything like this so I have no clue what to do or what I'd need. 
But the main problem is that I need to send it to Nintendo to get it repaired/replaced (that's why I want my save files safe in case they get erased); so the main thing I want is to fully remove the Homebrew Channel and all history of it (game history timer in the calendar section, etc) after I copy the save files over to an SD card. Is this possible? I don't want Nintendo to refuse my repair because of me having used the Homebrew Channel.
Oh, also... what risks are involved with using the Homebrew Channel?
Thanks to anyone who can help.
But the main problem is that I need to send it to Nintendo to get it repaired/replaced (that's why I want my save files safe in case they get erased); so the main thing I want is to fully remove the Homebrew Channel and all history of it (game history timer in the calendar section, etc) after I copy the save files over to an SD card. Is this possible? I don't want Nintendo to refuse my repair because of me having used the Homebrew Channel.
Oh, also... what risks are involved with using the Homebrew Channel?
Thanks to anyone who can help.
For those saying you want USB Loader GX in the GWHT, I can say it doesn't look like it will ever be the primary one in the tutorial, due to the frequency of updates and the impossibility to keep data straight (it has so many contributors that things change daily and it's just a headache to deal with). It also has massive problems with Hermes' IOSes from what I hear, making Configurable actually a little more highly compatible. Plus I love my personal background, and the GAF themed backgrounds, which aren't as easy to do with GX as far as I gather, so I'm sticking with it.
However, I don't mind it being included as an option in the tutorial, in a similar manner to the way the Hermes' IOSes are listed. I don't know all that much about the intricacies of the loader itself, so I won't be making a page for it myself. Any of you are free to apply to the site to construct the page for it if you want it on there, though.
Edit: I just had a look at the start of the tutorial and noticed the guy has cIOScorp on there. If that was ever part of the installation, then you can pretty much guarantee it's your culprit. There's still nothing you can do to fix it, unfortunately.
Install BootMii first, make a back up, then install HBC and do all your save stuff, then use BootMii to undo your HBC installation. You can then use the BootMii uninstall option and you should be back to something virtually undetectable as hacked.
However, I don't mind it being included as an option in the tutorial, in a similar manner to the way the Hermes' IOSes are listed. I don't know all that much about the intricacies of the loader itself, so I won't be making a page for it myself. Any of you are free to apply to the site to construct the page for it if you want it on there, though.
If you didn't install BootMii, then it sounds like you are basically screwed. Sorry, but that's the risk you take.DJmizuhara said:
Edit: I just had a look at the start of the tutorial and noticed the guy has cIOScorp on there. If that was ever part of the installation, then you can pretty much guarantee it's your culprit. There's still nothing you can do to fix it, unfortunately.
Yaceka said:I'm considering using the Homebrew channel to get my save files off of my Wii to back up my locked in save files (Animal Crossing, Smash Bros, Mario Kart, etc). I've never done anything like this so I have no clue what to do or what I'd need.
But the main problem is that I need to send it to Nintendo to get it repaired/replaced (that's why I want my save files safe in case they get erased); so the main thing I want is to fully remove the Homebrew Channel and all history of it (game history timer in the calendar section, etc) after I copy the save files over to an SD card. Is this possible? I don't want Nintendo to refuse my repair because of me having used the Homebrew Channel.
Oh, also... what risks are involved with using the Homebrew Channel?
Thanks to anyone who can help.
Install BootMii first, make a back up, then install HBC and do all your save stuff, then use BootMii to undo your HBC installation. You can then use the BootMii uninstall option and you should be back to something virtually undetectable as hacked.
BocoDragon
or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Realize This Assgrab is Delicious
Clipper said:
Months ago I needed to downgrade from 3.4 to 3.2... certain apps I wanted wouldn't work in 3.4 I believe.. I think I needed to install an old cIOS.... I don't even remember why anymore, but that's how it was done at the time. I don't remember the program anymore... but that was "the procedure" back then. Months later... the hacks are much simpler.
Clipper said:
Thanks for the advice! I guess I'll try that if the freezing continues.
The thing about updates is that that you update from within USB Loader GX. You just click Settings -> Page 2 -> Update and it downloads the update. All the settings can be tweaked from within the folder.Clipper said:
The only problem is that the newest version isn't on gbatemp, it seems to be on google code. So I originally downloaded the wrong file which doesn't have a built-in updater.
The alternate .dol method just became a lot easier (with Configurable USB Loader at least). No more need to extract the file using a WBFS Manager, it works directly off the disc image on the hard drive. If you turn the alternate .dol Disc option in the loader on, it searches the image, finds all .dol files and lets you choose which one to boot. In the next version, it should save this to the options so you don't even have to choose it next time.
Clipper said:
Hi Clipper - love your work
Step 2 of the process for people on LU64+ Wii's on version 4.0 says
2. Install BootMii as an IOS and the Homebrew Channel
Now back then when I first looked at the tutorial, I was a complete noob. I didn't even know what an IOS was.
In the guide that I found, the steps are
1: Copy contents of 'SD Card 1' to SD card.
2: Put card in Wii and go to Data Management > channels > SD Card, then you will get a message saying "Load boot.elf? Select 'Yes'.
3: Install Bootmii v2 as an IOS.
4: Install the Homebrew Channel
5: Remove SD card and save the Bootmii installation to your PC.
It's the same information, it's just layed out in much more detail.
Having said that, 99% of the folks reading your tutorial won't need this level of handholding, so you probably don't need to change anything.
I've given the GAF guide link out to about 12 people and all of them have had success.
Today my mission is to go get an external USB drive and get configurable USB loader to work.
Thanks mate, it's good to hear. I've actually made some changes based on your comments. The step you had trouble with is clarified a little and I have added some "Ground Rules" to the starting page to clarify some of the assumptions the tutorial makes of the reader (such as when to switch SD cards around). I've been meaning to add that for a while, so it was good to get your comment for motivation.pubba said:Hi Clipper - love your work
And seeing as many people seem to forget this thing exists if it goes for more than a page without being linked:
SilverLunar
Member
So I FINALLY installed the USB loader, which was a LOT more work than i though, and installed three games to try it, Fire Emblem, Rune Facory and Animal Crossing(500Mb O-o??)
so I played between these three games(from the USB loader) with my sister for quite awhile, and after i had my fill i decided to finish my round by going to the Nintendo channel.
Then my sister said "why are you opening it??"
"I will submit my play time data to it"
"what data?"
*after explaining*
"thats kinda neat, where do you know how much play time you have??"
"it is there in the Wii message board"
"let me see it!"
so i opened the Wii message board, to my surprise the whole time i was playing (4+ hours) was NOT registered as game data but as the HomeBrew data.
so it was like this 'Homebrew channel 4:45'
After going "huh" for a moment i closed the console.
so I played between these three games(from the USB loader) with my sister for quite awhile, and after i had my fill i decided to finish my round by going to the Nintendo channel.
Then my sister said "why are you opening it??"
"I will submit my play time data to it"
"what data?"
*after explaining*
"thats kinda neat, where do you know how much play time you have??"
"it is there in the Wii message board"
"let me see it!"
so i opened the Wii message board, to my surprise the whole time i was playing (4+ hours) was NOT registered as game data but as the HomeBrew data.
so it was like this 'Homebrew channel 4:45'
After going "huh" for a moment i closed the console.
This was a rumour that surfaced back when Nintendo started banning cheaters. It seems to be completely unfounded. Nintendo will ban you if they detect you using cheats while playing Mario Kart Wii online, but that seems to be the only reason so far.scitek said:
Yeah, that's one of the downsides to using a USB Loader. There's no real way around it.SilverLunar said:so i opened the Wii message board, to my surprise the whole time i was playing (4+ hours) was NOT registered as game data but as the HomeBrew data.
so it was like this 'Homebrew channel 4:45'
After going "huh" for a moment i closed the console.
I went on to check the message board after trying USB Loader for the first time and it logged in 40+ hours. :lolSilverLunar said:so i opened the Wii message board, to my surprise the whole time i was playing (4+ hours) was NOT registered as game data but as the HomeBrew data.
so it was like this 'Homebrew channel 4:45'
After going "huh" for a moment i closed the console.
Dash Kappei
Not actually that important
If anybody has a chance to play Tiger Woods 10 PAL please, please, look up if you can force the 60Hz mode through USB Loader or something.
It doesn't work for MadWorld but you never know because it's not clear yet how this game deals with the original code.
It doesn't work for MadWorld but you never know because it's not clear yet how this game deals with the original code.
Jme
Member
Just tried out Disaster for the first time...
Why the fuck didn't they release this in America? The only cost involved would be printing the discs, which can't be that much. Even a limited run to gauge interested would certainly bring them a return on investment.
That said, glad that I was finally able to play it. It's worth the import.
Why the fuck didn't they release this in America? The only cost involved would be printing the discs, which can't be that much. Even a limited run to gauge interested would certainly bring them a return on investment.
That said, glad that I was finally able to play it. It's worth the import.
ipukespiders
Member
scitek said:
Holy fuck, what a well done review!
I installed the homebrew channel a long time ago, and I feel like I'm left behind by the wii homebrew stuff now (all the USB loader stuff) - would it be better for me to upgrade my firmware and the homebrew channel, or remove it and install from scratch?
Also the IOS stuff confusing the hell out of me, I don't know what all these IOS249 and other numbered things are or why I would need them?
Also the IOS stuff confusing the hell out of me, I don't know what all these IOS249 and other numbered things are or why I would need them?
Don't upgrade your firmware, yet (you can afterwards, it's easier that way) and follow the instructions in the tutorial. You don't need to upgrade the HBC, but you might as well. The starting page shows you the sequence of steps needed, as do the links in the "What Next" sections.BitchTits said:
It is not important to understand why you need the IOSes, but just rest assured that you do. If you want to know, they are like mini operating systems (like Windows) that provide the functions the games need to run on the Wii. That is why a new one is needed to run stuff from the hard drive, you need to add additional features to the system.
EatChildren
Currently polling second in Australia's federal election (first in the Gold Coast), this feral may one day be your Bogan King.
Is there any relatively solid N64 emulator available? I've seen the video released by the guys who've made Wii64 or whatever it is, but I was wondering if a good release is available.
HisshouBuraiKen
Member
rawkSD has been released:
download - http://gbatemp.net/index.php?showtopic=165332
instructions - http://wadder.net/rawksd/
Basically, rawkSd will let you export songs from your Rock Band 1 / Track Pack discs and GHIII-based titles to your SD card for use as full-featured DLC in Rock Band 2, including online play & everything. It ALSO supports custom songs from Rock Band 1, Guitar Hero III or Frets on Fire, although support is a little iffy right now. If you have issues let them know.
Note that since RB2 is NOT compatible with SDHC you'll need to use a regular SD card.
download - http://gbatemp.net/index.php?showtopic=165332
instructions - http://wadder.net/rawksd/
Basically, rawkSd will let you export songs from your Rock Band 1 / Track Pack discs and GHIII-based titles to your SD card for use as full-featured DLC in Rock Band 2, including online play & everything. It ALSO supports custom songs from Rock Band 1, Guitar Hero III or Frets on Fire, although support is a little iffy right now. If you have issues let them know.
Note that since RB2 is NOT compatible with SDHC you'll need to use a regular SD card.
Conrad Link
Member
Is there a way to run the USB launcher straight from the Wii menu? Like make a channel for it, I'm using the GAF config from the GAF Tutorial.
Sorry if its answered in the FAQ site but I couldn't see it. ;(
Sorry if its answered in the FAQ site but I couldn't see it. ;(
Conrad Link
Member
Oh sorry didn't know it was a no-no topic.
Conrad Link
Member
No problem, basically yeah I just wanted to know if it was possible to have a shortcut channel thing to click on then it loads up the Configurable USB Loader from the SD card (instead of going through the HBC to get to it every time).
Now I know I'll have a hunt around. Cheers.
Now I know I'll have a hunt around. Cheers.
I'm pretty sure it's safe, don't worry. These channels can be made without requiring any Nintendo code now. In any case, check out the first post in the thread for cfg UL. It has links to some of the forwarders in the first post (you'll probably be better off with a forwarder than a full channel as forwarders only need to be installed once and you can still update later). Be very careful, though. Installing channels to your Wii is a dangerous thing and can easily cause bricking if you don't follow instructions. This is why it's not mentioned in the tutorial.
BTW, Conrad Link, what do you think of the theme and when did you get it? I made some changes last night and I'm not sure whether to keep them. My GIMP skills are just not that great. Here's how it looks for those interested (the menu mode at least, I can't take screenshots of the gui mode):
If anybody wants to take a crack at doing something better, I'd really appreciate it.
BTW, Conrad Link, what do you think of the theme and when did you get it? I made some changes last night and I'm not sure whether to keep them. My GIMP skills are just not that great. Here's how it looks for those interested (the menu mode at least, I can't take screenshots of the gui mode):
If anybody wants to take a crack at doing something better, I'd really appreciate it.